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Home · Beauty

19 Reasons Red Lipstick Is Always On Trend

Here's proof a bold lip will always be in style.

By Ezinne Mgbeahuruike · August 12, 2016October 27, 2020
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Ombre lips are a great way to add dimension; the deeper the red, the better. Beauty blogger Jackie Aina’s application is masterful.
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Nothing is more enticing than a beat face with a full on red lip. @PrettyGyrlAngie absolutely nails it.
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@thebrilliantbeauty compliments her simple, red lip with a fierce cat eye.
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Outlining the lip with a concealer is an easy way to make the red pop! @beautybyttee does an amazing job of using an orangey red to contrast the highlight on her cheekbones.
@beautybyttee/Instagram
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Sometimes, a subtle red lip is just the pop of color you need to complete a barely there makeup look.
@delinamedhin/Instagram
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How about pairing your bold lip with a hot two piece? We love how @t0nit0ne used a classic red to accentuate her beat face.
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To accomplish this full lip like @itssimplyjackson, use a lip pencil before applying your color.
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Beauty blogger @cydbee is glowed up in this red ombre look. She also pairs it up with a full beat face that really makes her eyes pop.
@cydbee/Instagram
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Miss Brit slays it in this look because the red lips compliment her blonde highlights. It’s light, fun and great for all seasons!
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@miraclewatts00’s red lipstick is the perfect pop of color for this look.
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@emanifresh is rocking her full red lips with a little nude eyeshadow. Now this is a classic combo!
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We love how @ropo.demure wore her lipstick! It’s bold, fun and her piercing draws the right type of attention to her lips.
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When your face is beat like Denise’s, a red lip is the perfect finishing touch.
@makeupbydenise/Instagram
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Simplicity is always best and Laila is doing just that! Ruby Woo is giving her the perfect summer glow.
@neffyfrofro/Instagram
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Play with different shades of red like @ronkeraji did. If you don’t have a concealer to outline your lips, you can also use a black lip pencil and blur out the edges for a contrasted look.
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To make your red lips stand out, add a gold highlighter on top of your lips like @kingmalimagic.
@kingmalimagic/Instagram
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@styleenthusiast‘s red lipstick looks pigmented to perfection against her white ensemble.
@styleenthusiast/Instagram
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Red lipstick is the best mood booster; just ask @finding_ijeoma!
@finding_ijeoma/Instagram
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Diamond’s deep red lipstick is making a bold statement.
@diamondmahone/Instagram

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